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Sculpture - Scattered Goddesses: Travels with the Yoginis (Asia Past & Present)

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Book Synopsis: Scattered Goddesses: Travels with the Yoginis is a book about the lost home, the new homes, and the journeys in between of nineteen sculptures that now reside in at least twelve separate museums across North America, Western Europe, and South India. After piecing together what these goddesses and their former companions might have meant when they were together in tenth-century South India, Kaimal traces them into the hands of private collectors and public museums as these objects became more thoroughly separated from each other with each transaction. In the process of export and purchase, and in the hostile as well as loving receptions these sculptures received within South Asia, she finds that collecting and scattering were the same activity experienced from different points of view.

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Unlock the mystical world of ancient South India with Scattered Goddesses: Travels with the Yoginis. This captivating book takes you on a journey across North America, Western Europe, and South India, as you discover the hidden stories behind nineteen magnificent sculptures. With each page, you will be transported to a time when these goddesses graced a single land, only to be scattered across continents, museums, and collector's shelves.

Author Kaimal delves deep into the meaning and significance of these lost goddesses, providing a unique perspective into the cultural and artistic heritage of tenth-century South India. Through extensive research, she unravels the intertwined narratives of these sculptures, allowing you to glimpse into their former lives and uncover the secrets they hold.

Experience the thrill of discovery as Kaimal retraces the paths these goddesses have taken, from the hands of private collectors to the halls of prestigious museums. Witness their journey through time and space, and see how the act of collecting and scattering becomes a fascinating tapestry, woven from different perspectives.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary adventure that blends history, art, and spirituality. Scattered Goddesses: Travels with the Yoginis is a must-read for anyone seeking enlightenment, cultural insights, or simply an awe-inspiring tale. Join us in unraveling the mysteries of these divinely captivating sculptures.

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